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1abovetherest Athletics

1abovetherest Athletics

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Focused and intent dedication to ensure your athlete is safe, comfortable, and most able to bring out the best of their abilities! We don't succeed until you succeed....

With more than 30+ years of basketball experience and intelligence (both playing and coaching) I am confident I will bring out the very best in your athlete both on and off the court.

While I've not played professionally, my firm understanding, knowledge of the game, and work ethic will prove useful in small group and 1 on 1 instruction.

Additionally, we are capable of handling groups of of to 15 for team related and 2v2, 3v3, 4v4, and 5v5 scenarios.

Lastly, the impact of our time together with be immediately noticeable. If you're not completely satisfied and don't see results, you don't pay. Sime as that.

I'm looking forward to working with you and helping you achieve greatness!

E.W.W.H

Every day We Work Harder

Helping altheltes of all ages increase their ability and grow their love for the game of basketball is and forever will be a dedicated passion of mine. Seeing the growth, maturity in each of my students, makes it all worth it, every singe time

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Highlights

Hired 2 times
1 employee
23 years in business
Serves Phoenix , AZ

Payment methods

Cash, Venmo, Apple Pay, Zelle

Specialties

Athlete's age

5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Years experience

No experience, 1 – 2 years, 2 – 5 years, 5 – 7 years, 7+ years

Skills to improve

Shooting, Ball handling, Rebounding, Passing, Agility

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    Frequently asked questions

    First and foremost? Understand the needs and current skill level of the student to better create a workout plan and path for success.

    Aside from playing and being around the game of basketball for more than 35 years, my people management background affords me the opportunity to easily relate to and understand my audience.

    Generally the standard price is $25 per hour for an individual session. Because basketball is a team sport, if the student as a workout partner or wants to include the rest of the team, I provide multi-player discounts and deeper discounts for groups of 5 or more.

    Born into a family of educators ranging from elementary to collegiate, the joy found in teaching comes natural. Combining my love and knowledge of basketball with the passion for sharing that information, is what it’s all about.
    Basketball athletes ranging from 5 to 26 of all skill levels.
    The great success of those countries that entered into the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time, this year. Many showed great resilience and fortitude as the underdog in every match played. Regardless of the sport or event, having resilience and fortitude to overcome obstacles in our path has exponential benefit.
    Have the understanding that every teacher is unique, the best advice I have for students looking to hire me in the area of basketball is come prepared to work harder every day. The effort you put in will be a direct reflection of the results you see. Here at 1AboveTheRest our motto is “Every Day We Work Harder”
    How serious you are about achieving your goals? Are you willing to put in the work necessary? How does failing impact your motivation? Are you willing to accept critique of your game without emotional attachment?

    Services offered

    Basketball